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research Azasteroids as Inhibitors of Testosterone 5α-Reductase in Mammalian Skin
Certain 4-azasteroids are effective at blocking the enzyme that processes testosterone in human skin and could help treat acne, excessive hair growth, and male pattern baldness.
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research Synthesis and In Vitro Study of 17β-[N-Ureylene-N,N′-Disubstituted]-4-Methyl-4-Aza-5α-Androstan-3-Ones as Selective Inhibitors of Type I 5α-Reductase
New compounds were made that effectively block a specific enzyme related to androgen conditions.
research Treatment of Hirsutism with 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
New compounds may soon be tested to treat excessive hair growth in women.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibitors and Prostatic Disease
5α-Reductase inhibitors can help treat hair loss, acne, and prostate issues by reducing DHT levels.
research Novel Inhibitors of 5α-Reductase
New research is needed to create better drugs that block the enzyme responsible for conditions like male baldness and prostate enlargement.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Finasteride, dutasteride, and oral min- My experience
User took Fin for 3 years, Dut for 7 months, and oral Min for 2 months without side effects. Fin stopped hair loss for 2 years, Dut maintained hair, and oral Min regrew thinning hair.
community 4.5 months on Finasteride 1mg a day, topical Minoxidil 5% twice a day, and ketoconazole shampoo 1% every time I shower.
The user is using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss and stopped derma stamping to prepare for a future hair transplant. They are considering adding tretinoin to their treatment.
community Fin 4+ years. March 2020 to March 2024
The user has been using finasteride for over four years with minimal side effects, successfully stopping hair thinning and achieving some regrowth. They shared progress photos, but some commenters requested clearer pictures of the crown to better assess the treatment's effectiveness.
community Minoxidil&Finasteride 7 months progress
A user shared their 7-month progress using Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss, which significantly reversed their aging appearance. They applied Minoxidil twice daily, took 1mg Finasteride once daily, micro-needled weekly, maintained a high protein diet with vitamins and biotin, and recommended a balanced lifestyle for best results.
community 4 months after my hairtransplant
The user had a hair transplant at Vera Clinic Istanbul and is using 1mg Finasteride six times a week, 0.5mg Dutasteride once a week, and topical Minoxidil daily. They wash out the Minoxidil each morning and are happy with the results, noting the importance of medication to prevent further hair loss.